Success Against the Odds - Five Years On

Margaret Maden

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Success Against the Odds - Five Years On

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Revisiting Effective Schools in Disadvantaged Areas

by Margaret Maden

Reading Level 7 12MS Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Some schools face huge challenges, but these eleven have beaten the odds and kept shining bright for five whole years. Their stories show that with determination and teamwork, anything is possible. Discover why their success matters for kids everywhere!

Themes

Education / TeachingSocial IssuesOrganization & Management of EducationFamilyFriendship

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book follows eleven schools from disadvantaged areas over five years, highlighting their ongoing efforts to succeed amid challenges. It offers insight into education management and social issues relevant to children ages 9-12, emphasizing resilience and community support. The content is appropriate for middle-grade readers and fosters understanding of school dynamics and perseverance.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12MS — Moderate — Social
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

384 pages
ISBN
9780415253383
Pages
384
Publisher
Psychology Press
Published
July 10, 2001
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Organization & Management of EducationSchoolsSocial IssuesC 1990 to C 2000EducationTeachingSchool Management And DisciplineSchool Improvement ProgramsBritish IslesEducational Policy & ReformAdministrationSpecial EducationSocially HandicappedChildren With Social DisabilitDecision Making & Problem SolvingCase StudiesChildren With Social DisabilitiesGreat BritainNonfictionSociology